Best Pool Hotels in Playa del Carmen

The Fairmont Mayakoba has five pools, including the resort's main 10,000-square-foot Island Pool with a swim-up bar for adults and waterslides for kids. There's also an adults-only infinity pool with lagoon views and a children's splash pool and wading area. Near the beach is an infinity-edge pool; the Bambú Pool is near the main lobby. Additionally, the resort sits along a stretch of white-sand beach that can be reached via golf cart or bicycle.

The Grand Residences Riviera Cancun has a two-tiered central pool with a swim-up bar, a secluded lap pool and several hot tubs. Beyond the pool area is a wide beach lined with palm trees. Chaise lounges and umbrellas are available on a first-come, first-served basis at both of the pools and the beach. An activity center rents life jackets, beach toys, boogie boards, snorkel gear and towels.

The Generations Riviera Maya offers three pools. There is a main pool with a swim-up bar and an exclusive Kids Club pool for guests ages 4 to 12. There’s also a large beach with a variety of water activities, including snorkeling, kayaking, an aqua gym, water volleyball and water polo

Two pools are available at the Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya. The resort's main pool is spread across two tiers. On top, you'll find an infinity-edge pool, while the bottom half features water fountains, a built-in Jacuzzi and a swim-up pool bar. At the opposite end of the pool bar, guests will find multiple built-in lounge chairs. A childrens pool is also available by the kids club. And at the beach, travelers can enjoy complimentary water sports equipment like kayaks, catamarans and snorkeling gear.

Rosewood Mayakoba has three pools and a white-sand beach. The Casa del Lago Pool offers a calm setting, while the beachfront Infinity Edge Pool offers ocean views. There's also an adults-only pool at the spa, which is set on its own private island.

Azul Beach Resort has five pool areas, including three traditional pools (one with an infinity edge), a lazy river and a children's pool. All pool areas are surrounded by chaise lounges and umbrellas, and the three main pools feature swim-up pool bars. A beach area with free kayaks and snorkeling gear, lounge chairs, daybeds and a beach volleyball court is available as well. Scuba diving and deep-sea fishing excursions can be arranged for a fee.

Six pools are available at The Royal Haciendas, including two lap pools and two kids pools. Two large main pools with swim-up pool bars and four Jacuzzis are also available. Select pools feature infinity edges. Though no adults-only pools are available, some hot tubs are reserved exclusively for adults. All pool decks feature lounge chairs, umbrellas and hammocks. Additional seating, a volleyball court and complimentary water sports equipment like paddleboards, snorkeling gear and kayaks are offered at the property's beach.

Four swimming pools are available at the Hotel Riu Palace Mexico, including a wading pool and a childrens pool. One pool features lap lanes, while an adults-only pool offers a swim-up pool bar and built-in lounge chairs. All pool decks have seating and umbrellas. At the beach, guests will find a sand volleyball court and free water sports equipment like kayaks, paddleboards, catamarans and snorkeling gear.

There are five outdoor swimming pools on the property. These pools range in size and purpose, from the calm Edén pool and its direct access suites to the dedicated children's pool and waterpark. There is even a pool on the beach for visitors looking for an oceanside swimming experience.

Grand Velas Riviera Maya has three pools – one within each of the complexes. All pools have food and beverage service, along with lounge chairs and umbrellas. There's also a large white-sand beach with chaise lounges and canopied beds.

Guests who book a unique swim-up suite can follow the steps off their private patio directly into a sparkling pool. Families staying in a Family Concierge suite can also enjoy their own private pool area with a swim-up bar and butler service. Those looking for fun and entertainment can lounge at the Activities Pool, where games, water sports, cultural classes and live music are offered throughout the day. A water park that was introduced in December 2018 can be found outside of the kids zone area; includes splash pool for toddlers. Beyond the expansive pool area is a pristine beach on a private bay with gentle waters perfect for snorkeling, swimming and kayaking.

Blue Diamond Riviera Maya features a beach and four pools: two by the beach and two within the spa. The main pool area offers a plunge pool, a one-lane lap pool and a pool bar. Two in-pool lounge chairs are available at the spa's indoor pool. Guests will find lounge chairs around all of the pools. Additional seating is available, and free free water sports equipment, like sailboats and kayaks, is available. Scuba diving, fishing and parasailing excursions can also be arranged for a fee.

The Occidental Grand Xcaret resort has seven outdoor pools, including one with a swim-up bar. There is also a small, manmade lagoon-style beach available with beach chairs and palapas.

The Grand Riviera Princess resort has 16 pools spread throughout the property, including four kids pools. There are a variety of guest suites with direct pool access, plus several swim-up bars and internal Jacuzzis. The resort also sits on a large white-sand beach, which features palapas and a bar, plus complimentary nonmotorized water sports equipment is available for rental.

Spread throughout the four zones, there are a total of nine pools at this resort. Some of the pool options include an adults-only pool with a swim-up bar and Jacuzzi, family pools and the Royal Elite Beachfront pool with sun beds. What's more, there is a wide white-sand beach where guests have access to water sports and lounge chairs.